The Finance Minister of Indonesia, Purbaya Yudhi Sadeva, announced: within three months, an artificial intelligence system will be launched to control customs and excise.
The reason — a sudden inspection: the current control does not catch schemes like underpricing cargo. 'I want to see this online. We need AI data processing,' said the minister.
Whether you are planning a short trip to Bali or a major import or export operation, it is essential to understand the regulations governing what you can and cannot bring into and out of Indonesia. Th…
When entering Indonesia, you must complete a customs declaration, either online or upon arrival. At the airport, banners with QR codes provide access to the declaration form. For a smoother arrival in…
On June 6, the Indonesian government approved PMK Regulation No. 34/2025, updating the rules for passenger luggage. The document is already in effect, and some payments are applied retroactively from…
Current for 2025…
✅ Visa…
If you are flying for a short period, you can obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) at the airport or apply for one in advance. It costs 500,000 Indonesian Rupiah and is valid for 30 days, with the possibili…
This trip takes you to East Bali, to the Amed area, which is considered one of the best places on the island for snorkelling.
The sea here is calm, the water is crystal clear, and the marine life is rich. During the tour, you’ll see underwater statues, sunken military ships, coral gardens, and lots of colourful fish — all ri…
Police in the Bali province reported two arrests linked to international drug trafficking channels. The estimated total value of the seized substances is around 18 billion Indonesian Rupiah.
A real clash of two cultures occurred in Bali. A tourist was annoyed by the loud music from the neighboring house and tried to stop it or at least turn it down, but he had no chance. Firstly, live mus…
At Bali Airport, a Russian citizen was detained in a case involving attempts to smuggle 202 animals out of Indonesia without the necessary documents. The cargo was planned to be sent to Russia.
Bali Customs Guidelines: Allowed, Restricted, and Prohibited Items for Entry and Exit
Recently, the Indonesian customs service has recorded a number of cases involving serious violations of local customs laws by foreign citizens, specifically the illegal export of flora and fauna (livi…